MEMORANDUM. From: District 12 Fashion Show Committee East Cluster

4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT February 4, 2014 MEMORANDUM To: District 12 County Extension Agents and Extension Agents From: District 12 Fashion Show Committee East Cluster Celia Salinas Chair Rogelio Mercado Elaine Montemayor Gonzalez Niki Kaiser Barbie Wymore Frank Escobedo Subject: 2014 DISTRICT 12 4 H FASHION SHOW 2014 DISTRICT 12 4 H TRASHION SHOW 2014 DISTRICT 12 4 H STORYBOARD CONTEST 2014 DISTRICT 12 4 H NATURAL FIBER CONTEST The District 12 4 H Fashion Show and all 3 related contests will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Sacred Heart Parish Hall, 201 Blucher Street in Falfurrias, Texas. This year, the FASHION SHOW will include the Trashion Show, Storyboard Contest, and the Natural Fiber Contest. All four contests are to be treated as separate events and will all have the theme of 4 H Under the Big Top. The enclosed information is for your use and reference in preparation for this event as well as to support the Fashion Show in your county. The following is a list of accommodations in Falfurrias if you or your families have the need. Please be sure to make reservations early! Holiday Inn Express at (361) 325 3100 Best Western (361) 325 4848 Days Inns (361) 325 2515. Registration, Fees & Deadlines: Each 4 H er planning to participate in any of the four District 12 4 H Fashion Show events must register online via 4 H CONNECT through a single listed event of D12 4 H Fashion Show (Falfurrias April 5). Registration will be open March 1 st through the deadline of March 20 th. The fee will be per contest per participant and will include a light lunch that will be served at approximately 11:00 a.m. Fashion Show $16 per contestant Trashion Show $16 per contestant Storyboard Contest $10 per contestant Natural Fiber Contest $16 per participant Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center - Weslaco Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 2401 E Highway 83 Weslaco, Texas 78596 Tel. 956.968.5581 Fax. 956.969.5639 d124-h.tamu.edu Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

Page 2 of 3 Parents and Guests: Any parent or guest wishing to attend the District 12 4 H Fashion Show and Awards Program will need to RSVP as part of their participant s registration process. There is not a fee for parents and guests but it is necessary to RSVP as refreshments will be provided. Please remember there will NOT be a formal waiting area for parents and guests and they will not be able to wait with the participants during the contest. CEA Responsibilities: The County Extension Agent serving as the 4 H Coordinator (from all counties, regardless of participation) must submit the names and contact information of three (3) leaders willing and qualified to serve as judges. You should provide these judges ample notice and training on what to expect at the event well in advance. In addition, participating counties must submit the name of one (1) additional volunteer to assist as needed. Please submit the contact information on the Fashion Show web page by the deadline of March 20, 2014. If for some reason the judge originally selected is unable to attend, it is the agent s responsibility to obtain another qualified judge and notify the District Office immediately. Refreshments and lunch will be provided for judges and agents. We will be conducting a District 12 4 H Fashion Show Briefing via CENTRA on Thursday, March 27, 2014 from 2:00 3:00 p.m. All agents are required to attend. Please see Attachment E for a detailed list of agent assignments. Community Service Project: Individuals and clubs are encouraged to donate any loose change they have in support of this year s community service project. Funds collected will be donated to children in need. 4 H Spirit Shirts: T shirts will be $15 and must be purchased in advance through 4 H Connect online registration registration. No Shirts will be sold at the event or after. Reminders: Below is a list of very important things to remember for the District 12 4 H Fashion Show Contests. Additionally, details are included in the attachments in the Fashion Show packet. Please be sure to read these reminders as well as the packet in its entirety as there are some differences per age division. Fashion Show: We will have a dress review followed by the awards program, which will not include individual commentaries. The show will conclude with a final review of winners. Each county can have a maximum of 24 participants in the District 12 4 H Fashion Show, 12 participants in Buying and 12 participants in Construction. Seniors will be required to submit their original Fashion Show Entry form and Worksheet to the district office by registration deadline for pre judging. Do not attach the pattern or any extra information. Presentations by participants (all age groups) will not be permitted during the interview. They may introduce themselves (e.g. name, county, garment name being modeled) and wait for judge s direction. Participants must be in the designated area by 11:45 a.m. in preparation for line up before the Fashion Show and Awards Program. Winners in the Fashion Show category (casual, dressy, formal, specialty) in buying or construction division are NO LONGER able to compete in the Natural Fiber Contest at state unless they win at the district level at the Natural Fiber Contest.

Page 3 of 3 Trashion Show: The Trashion Show is invitational. You do NOT need to compete at the county level to qualify. There is no limit to the amount of contestants per county. Story Board Contest: Fashion Storyboards must be turned in on the day of the event during registration. Please refer to our District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet, Attachment 2: 4 H Storyboard for rules and guidelines. Each county may have up to 15 participants in the District 12 4 H Storyboard Contest, 5 Categories and all 3 age divisions. Natural Fiber Contest: Natural Fiber Contest is a SENIORS ONLY competition. There are no teams and each county is allowed a maximum of 2 contestants, one per category. Winners in the Fashion Show category (casual, dressy, formal, specialty) in buying or construction division are NO LONGER able to compete in the natural fiber contest at state unless they win the district Natural Fiber Contest. Be sure to read this letter in its entirety and share the necessary information with county faculty, 4 H ers, parents and leaders. Recruit the appropriate people needed to fulfill any responsibilities, and submit the requested information by the deadline of March 20, 2014. Attachment A District 12 4 H Fashion Show Attachment B District 12 4 H Storyboard Contest Attachment C District 12 4 H Trashion Show Attachment D District 12 4 H Natural Fiber Contest Attachment E Agent Responsibilities

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment A 4 H Fashion Show Buying and Construction OVERVIEW The 4 H Fashion Show is designed to recognize 4 H members who have completed a Clothing and Textiles project. The following objectives are taught in the Clothing and Textiles project: knowledge of fibers and fabrics wardrobe selection clothing construction comparison shopping fashion interpretation understanding of style and good grooming poise in front of others presentational skills PURPOSE The 4 H Fashion Show provides an opportunity for 4 H members to exhibit the skills learned in their project work while providing an opportunity to build their personal presentation skills. BUYING AND CONSTRUCTION The 4 H Fashion Show, at the county level, is an optional activity that is open to all 4 H members who have completed a clothing project. The Fashion Show has four construction division categories and four buying categories: Construction Buying Everyday Living Business/Interview (SR) / Everyday Living (JR & INT) ReFashion Fantastic Fashion under $25 Semi Formal to Formal Semi Formal to Formal Special Interest Special Interest ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS The 4 H member must be of 4 H age and participants must complete a 4 H clothing project between June 1, 2013 and the district contest deadline of April 5, 2014. All arments/ensembles must have been purchased (renting a garment is NOT permitted in the buying division) or constructed during participation in a 4 H clothing project between June 15, 2013 and the district contest on April 5, 2014. The participant must choose a division and category at the county level and compete in that division at all levels. The entry worn at district must be the entry at the state contest. Accessories such as shoes, jewelry, hat, gloves, and scarfs may be changed, but changes must be included in the paperwork. The appropriate garment category should be determined by the style, fabric, and use of the garment. Attachment A, Page 1 of 4

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment A CONSTRUCTION Garments may be constructed by sewing, knitting, or crocheting. Accessories may be purchased. All garments worn (garments that are visible i.e. blouse under jacket or vest) during the interview process must be constructed. Close fitting legwear, tights and pantyhose do not need to be constructed. In construction, first place winners may enter the same category in which they have previously been awarded. Category Descriptions Construction Everyday Living Includes casual sportswear, weekend wear, sleepwear, clothing for school, casual after school events, or hanging out with friends. ReFashion Semi Formal to Formal Theatre/Costume The results of modifying existing clothing or fabric item (such as table cloth or curtain) into something more fashionable. The main purpose of ReFashion is creativity as well as sewing skills. The member designs and sews a wearable garment from previously used garment or fabric item. The completed garment is different from its original use, not just an alteration. (neck ties sewn together to form a skirt or taking old t shirts and making them into a skirt). Entry must be designed for semi formal to formal occasions and made from fabrics intended for the same. Original material must be fabric and NOT from recycled items. Garment intended for use as a costume which would include stage production. It can be sewn from fabric or another garment. These garments may be unusual or innovative materials, imaginative but wearable. Judging Criteria Construction Based on the 2014 Fashion Show Construction Score Sheet Panel of judges will evaluate and score the entries based on their fashion show paperwork and interviews Presentations will not be permitted during the interview Each garment category will be judged separately Participants will receive a 5 point deduction for NOT following all Fashion Show requirements which includes not completing all forms and/or illegible/incorrect forms If a tie should occur, the contestants will then be judged based on partial scores in the order of construction skills, project goals and project activities, knowledge of fiber and fabric characteristics, interview and outfit selection Necessary Forms Construction Seniors only The 2014 Texas 4 H Fashion Construction Entry Form is required for participants in the District 12 4 H Fashion Show. Attachment A, Page 2 of 4

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment A BUYING All garments worn (garments that are visible i.e., blouse under jacket or vest) during the interview process must be included in the buying worksheet. In Buying, first place winners may not enter the same category in which they have previously been awarded a first place entry at State. However, they may choose another category Category Description Buying Business/Interview Attire (Seniors) Everyday Living (Junior & Intermediate see Construction description) Fantastic Fashions under $25 Semi Formal to Formal Special Interest Entry should be an outfit you would wear for a job interview, scholarship interview, job fair or other professional event. Professional More traditional, conservative approach (Business suit/blazer/dress slacks for men; business suit/pant suit/dress with blazer for women). Business Casual More relaxed and comfortable but demonstrates good judgment in choices and displays a neat appearance (polo shirt/sweater, khakis, or other slacks, dress or casual leather shoes for men and women, moderate dress length or skirt for women) Designed to expand the 4 H member s shopping experience to include different shopping venues. Outfits must be purchased at a garage sale, consignment store, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other retail business Receipts are required for everything that is visible during the interview, except shoes. Receipts for garage sales can be handwritten. This includes jewelry and accessories. Do not need to account for sales tax Entry must be designed for semi formal to formal occasions and made from fabrics intended for the same. This includes men s suits and tuxedos and women s dressy dresses, formal gowns, wedding dresses, and bridesmaid dresses Entry should be a specific outfit that you NEED to know how to purchase wisely. Entry should be something that reflects a special interest of the participant, such as equestrian, clothing and riding apparel, dance costumes, hiking clothing or rock climbing clothing Judging Criteria Buying Based on the 2014 Fashion Show Buying Score Sheet Panel of judges will evaluate and score the entries based on their Fashion Show paperwork and interviews Presentations will not be permitted during the interview judging Each garment category will be judged separately All garments worn (garments that are visible i.e. blouse under jacket or vest) during the interview process must be included in the buying worksheet First place winners may enter the same category in which they have previously been awarded a first place entry at state Attachment A, Page 3 of 4

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment A Participants will receive a 5 point deduction for not following all Fashion Show requirements which includes not completing all forms or illegible/incorrect forms, missing orientation, and not turning in donor thank you notes If a tie should occur, contestants partial scores will be used in this order; consumer buying skills, project goals and project activities, knowledge of fiber and fabric characteristics, interview and outfit selection Necessary Forms Seniors only The 2014 Texas 4 H Fashion Buying Entry Form is required for participants in the 2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show. Attachment A, Page 4 of 4

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment B 4 H Storyboard Contest OVERVIEW The 4 H Fashion Storyboard is an industry inspired method of displaying original designs. The best storyboards create visual images that are interesting and appealing to viewers. The storyboard tells the story of the designer s idea. The storyboard includes original illustrations, flats, and additional materials (such as photos from the Internet or magazines, paper, fabric swatches, patterns, etc.) that have influenced the unique design. PURPOSE The purpose of the Fashion Storyboard contest is to give 4 H members an opportunity to create a storyboard of original design while providing an opportunity to gain knowledge of career responsibilities in fashion design, enhance creativity and originality, and develop visual communication skills. DESIGN BRIEF The following design brief serves as the direction for the 2014 Fashion Storyboard Contest. 4 H members should create their Fashion Storyboard around their interpretation of the design brief. Geometry Lesson It is time to get graphic with playful geometric monochromatic patterns. Anyone can do it. It is all in the angles. Use your math skills to create your original design. GENERAL RULES 1. Participation and Level of Competition A 4 H member may enter only one storyboard. Contestants advance from county to district. Participation in the Fashion Storyboard competition at Texas 4 H Roundup is for Senior Texas 4 H members who have placed 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in their district contest in each category. 2. Entry of Storyboard Each storyboard must be created by the 4 H member. Fashion Storyboard layouts should include original illustrations, flats, and additional materials that have influenced their unique design. 4 H members may choose to manually affix the pieces of their layout to their storyboard or create computer generated layouts that can be printed and affixed to the foam core or mat board. All items need to be securely adhered to the board. It is the 4 H member s responsibility to affix all components of their layout for secure transportation. 3. Submission of Storyboard Fashion Storyboard must be checked in during Roundup. To compete, you must submit your storyboard. There will NOT be an interview. 4. Identification of Storyboard The Fashion Storyboard Label must be securely affixed to the back of the storyboard. The label MUST be legibly printed or typed and MUST be complete, including the answer to the Originality of Design question. The 4 H member should not put his/her name on the front. Attachment B, Page 1 of 3

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment B 5. Number of garments designed Focus on one garment/outfit for the storyboard. Contestants may provide up to two (2) variations of the original design. 6. Categories The following is a list of the categories and descriptions. Each storyboard should be entered into one category. A 4 H member may enter only one storyboard. a. Wearable: Clothing that can be worn. Includes items such as pants, shorts, skirts, blouses, sweaters, coats, dresses, etc. b. Accessory: Includes items such as belts, purses, bags, hats, etc. c. Jewelry: Includes necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings. d. Non Wearable: Includes items such as pillows, organizers, holiday items, stuffed animals, items for the home, etc. e. Pet Clothing: Includes items that can be worn by a pet or any other animal. 7. Scoring Storyboards will be evaluated based on the 4 H Fashion Storyboard Score Sheet. 8. Each Storyboard must conform to and will be evaluated based on the following, but is not limited to: a. Visual Appeal/Creativity of Storyboard Storyboards should show evidence of creativity by the 4 H member. The layout of the storyboard should illustrate a theme, mood, or spirit of an idea. i. A good storyboard should have a strong focal point. ii. Placement of the inspirational items should allow the eye to flow across all elements of the board without distracting from the design. iii. White space or blank space should be kept in consideration. Too much or too little white space detracts from the design. iv. Additional photos and other materials can be used to show the inspiration for the design. These additional materials should enhance the storyboard, without taking away from the original design. b. Quality of Workmanship Storyboards should be neat and demonstrate quality of workmanship. c. Consistent Color Palette Use a consistent color palette and theme throughout the board. d. Fabric Samples, Trims, and Embellishments Fabric samples must be included on the board and be appropriate for the design illustrated. Trims and embellishments that would be used on the garment/outfit should be included, if applicable to the design. i. If the exact fabric swatch cannot be found, a basic swatch may be used to illustrate fabric type (denim, linen, etc.), and the 4 H member can draw out the detail. ii. Examples of trims and embellishments would be top stitching, piping, buttons, etc. e. Dimension Must use foam core board or mat board. Must be 20" x 30", displayed horizontally or vertically. Do not use poster board. f. Consistent Theme All elements are cohesive and support the design brief. g. Originality of Designs All design illustrations and flats should be the original work of the 4 H member. The design may be hand drawn or computer drawn. No Attachment B, Page 2 of 3

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment B copying and pasting from someone s design as seen on the Internet, in a magazine, or other sources for the original design. h. Design Detail Should include the at least one Illustration and at least one Flat. i. Illustration Include at least one main artistic and appropriate fashion illustration. At least one illustration must be on a model/croquis. The model/croquis does not have to be an original drawing and may be traced. See the example below. ii. Flats Include at least one flat. Flats are working drawings that are not on a model/croquis that illustrate other views like you would find on a dressmaker s pattern envelope. The flats should depict the garment from other views and details. See the example below. iii. Flats combine style with information. You have created an original design and now you need to be able to create a drawing to help someone else see how to make it. Flats are drawn to define shape, fit, construction and sometimes fabrication. Flats are more factual than the same garment drawn on the figure, posed for dramatic looks. They show how a garment is to be made versus how it will be worn. iv. These drawings for fashion manufacturing are always drawn looking at the garment, never at an angle. Consider this your only means of communication to the seamstress; if you leave out a particular detail, the garment won t end up being manufactured properly. The details must be exact and clearly specified. http://www.fashion templates.com/technical drawings.html Attachment B, Page 3 of 3

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment C 4 H Trashion Show OVERVIEW The 4 H Trashion Show is a separate contest and is designed to recognize 4 H members who have completed a Clothing and Textiles project. The following objectives are taught in the Clothing and Textiles project: knowledge of fibers and fabrics, wardrobe selection, clothing construction, comparison shopping, fashion interpretation, understanding of style, good grooming, poise in front of others, and personal presentation skills. 4 H members participating in the Trashion Show contest are encouraged to use their design and construction skills in the development of their Trashion Show entry. PURPOSE The Trashion Show provides an opportunity for 4 H members to use their design skills to create and exhibit a recycled/reused garment created from items that would otherwise be thrown in the trash. It also recognizes 4 H members who do outstanding work in a clothing project. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS The contest is open to any Junior, Intermediate or Senior level 4 H member who has a desire to turn what some would call trash into fashion. Contestants are encouraged to let their imaginations be wildly inventive, and to think outside of the recycle bin. Ideas and creations submitted for entry must be the original work of the participant. GENERAL RULES 1. Fashions must be made from at least 75% recyclable or reused materials that would otherwise be thrown away or recycled. These fashions can include cardboard, steel/tin, recycled fabric or clothing, aluminum, plastics, paper cartons, chipboard, newspaper, mixed papers (magazines, junk mail, and catalogs), paper bags, and glass. Vintage or used clothing will not be accepted unless it has been significantly repurposed and redesigned into something substantially new. 2. Contest pieces must be durable enough for wear throughout the all contest levels of the Fashion Show. 3. Entries may include 1 to 4 people on their Trashion design team. Each entry must provide its own model. The model does not have to be part of the design team. 4. Entrants must submit their paperwork by April 20, 2014. 5. Footwear, jewelry, purses, and other accessories may be used to enhance the overall costume. 6. Provide an environmental factoid that connects with your fashion to be read on stage (i.e., Angie s dress is made of 138 sheets of paper. In the U.S., we throw away 4.5 million tons of office paper each year). 7. If the Trashion Show Entry Form does not show that the entry meets the eligibility requirements, the entry will be disqualified. Attachment C, Page 1 of 2

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment C Judging Criteria 4 H members presentation skills will be taken into consideration during the judging process. Trashion Show judging is based on the 2014 District 12 4 H Trashion Show Score Sheet. The teams/entries will present their information in front of a team of judges and answer questions from the judges. Each team will need to prepare a 5 7 minute presentation for the judges. The presentation and interview are scored based on the 2014 Trashion Show. Prizes will be awarded in each of the following categories: 1. Best Use of Recycled Materials 2. Best Design 3. Show Stopper Best in Show Necessary Forms The 4 H Trashion Show Entry Form is required for participants in the 2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show. Attachment C, Page 2 of 2

4 H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Trashion Show Scoresheet Team members: County: District: Category Presentation Voice Poise Appearance Introduction of team members Organization Appeal Total Value 20 Actual Score Comments Construction Techniques Design planning process Description of construction techniques Description of any alternative construction methods required 15 Workmanship Quality, neatness and attention to detail given in creating the garment. 15 Originality Uniqueness, inventiveness, creativity, and original thought. Inspiration 15 Use of Recycled Materials Design inspiration Description of recyclable or reused material Contains 75% recycled items or reused material that would have otherwise been thrown away 15 Environmental Factoid Factoid relates to items used in garment 10 Questions & Responses Answers questions correctly with confidence Possesses good verbal communication skills 10 Total Score 100

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment D 4 H Natural Fiber Contest OVERVIEW The 4 H Fashion Show Natural Fiber Contest is designed to recognize 4 H members who have completed a Clothing and Textiles project. The following objectives are taught in the Clothing and Textiles project: knowledge of fibers and fabrics, wardrobe selection, clothing construction, comparison shopping, fashion interpretation, understanding of style, good grooming, poise in front of others, and personal presentation skills. 4 H members participating in the Natural Fiber Contest are encouraged to study, promote, and use cotton, wool, and mohair natural fibers produced in Texas. PURPOSE The Fashion Show Natural Fiber Contest provides an opportunity for 4 H members to exhibit the skills learned related to Cotton and Wool/Mohair while recognizing 4 H members who do outstanding work in a project that includes the study of cotton or wool and mohair. FASHION SHOW NATURAL FIBER 4 H members who have placed first in the district Natural Fiber Contest (SENIOR ONLY COMPETITION) may enter the Natural Fiber Contest at the District 12 4 H Fashion Show. District winners in the Fashion Show category in buying or construction division are no longer able to compete in the Natural Fiber Contest, unless they win the district Natural Fiber Contest. If a participant is a district Fashion Show buying or construction winner and a district Natural Fiber winner, they may compete in both contests. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS The requirements given below apply to senior members who plan to participate in the district contest. Failure to comply with the requirements will result in disqualification or penalty deductions from the final score. 1. A 4 H member must have passed their 14th birthday but not their 19th birthday on August 11, 2013, to be eligible. 2. Participants must complete a 4 H clothing project between June 15, 2013, and the district contest (April 5, 2014). All garments/ensembles to be judged must have been purchased (renting a garment is not permitted) or constructed during participation in a 4 H clothing project between June 15, 2013 and the district contest. 3. The Natural Fiber Contest has two categories: cotton and wool/mohair. Entry in the Natural Fiber Contest does not have to be the same entry as the Fashion Show Buying or Construction entry. The 4 H member must choose a category at the county level and compete in that category at all levels. The entry worn at the district contest must be the one worn at the state contest. Accessories such as shoes, jewelry, hat, gloves, and scarfs may be changed, but changes must be included on the paperwork. The appropriate garment category should be determined by the style, fabric, and use of the garment. No one may change divisions or categories between district and state contests. Attachment D, Page 1 of 2

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment D 4. The garment selected can be constructed or purchased. A complete outfit, except for a blouse or shirt under the garment, is made of the eligible fashion fabric. Examples include: jacket and pants made of wool, but shirt or blouse does not need to be made of wool; a full length coat made of eligible fashion fabric worn over a garment of any fiber content. Lining fabric, interfacing fabric, and trims are not required to meet the fiber content requirements. 5. Once a contestant has won first place at the state contest in one category (cotton or wool/mohair), he/she is no longer eligible to compete in that category. 6. Garments need to meet the specific requirements of either Wool/Mohair/Alpaca or Cotton. See the table below for specific requirements. 7. If the Fashion Show Natural Fiber Entry Form does not show that the entry meets the eligibility requirements, the entry will be disqualified. Cotton Each garment entered must contain a minimum of 60% cotton. Knowledge of fiber characteristics, production, and end use is required. Wool/Mohair/Alpaca Each garment entered must contain a minimum of: 60% wool and 40% other fiber 60% mohair and 40% other fiber 60%blend of the two fibers and 40% other fiber 100% wool/mohair blend is also acceptable Attachment D, Page 2 of 2

2014 District 12 4 H Fashion Show Packet Attachment E Agent Responsibilities Attachment D, Page 1 of 1